Services

1. Alerts

   Sign up to receive announcements of important information (e.g., warnings of natural disasters) sent to you through email or text message.

2. Applications

   Download a seasonal lakeside pass, a pet license application, or a solicitor registration form.

3. Building Permits & Inspections

   Find building permit information, zoning specifics, and inspection details.

4. City Code

   Select the chapter number you would like to view.

5. Compost Facility

   Find directions, regulations, and contact information for the Compost Facility.

6. Door-to-Door Sales and Food Truck Permits

   This page will show the current registered and licensed door-to-door sales (solicitors, peddlers, transient merchants) and mobile food trucks/ice cream trucks.

7. Elections

   Voting is an important right and responsibility for qualified U.S. citizens. Voting gives you a chance to choose leaders and representatives who will make decisions on issues that are important to you.

8. Emergency Notifications

   Signup to receive Emergency Notifications for Big Lake, MN.

9. Employment Opportunities

   View current employment opportunities.

10. Food Shelf

    The Big Lake Community Food Shelf (BLCFS) exists to provide food supplies for families in need residing in the Big Lake community and to direct them to other services that may be helpful to them in a manner that preserves the dignity and respect of our clients.

11. Garbage Collection

    At this time, the City Council has directed staff to review processes for Zone Day collection, limiting haulers through attrition, and reviewing our garbage hauler ordinance. Learn more about organized garbage collection.

12. Housing Services

    Discover more about organizations that provide housing services to Sherburne County residents.

13. Online Payments

    View available bills to be paid online.

14. Report a Concern

    Notify us about a general concern, comment, or compliment.

15. Residents

    Discover information and resources for local residents.

16. Senior Housing

    Browse the senior housing options in Big Lake and find their contact details.